Monday crash causes standstill in west Madison County
UPDATE (8/31/23): THP confirms 2 deaths, shares details on Monday I-40 crash MADISON COUNTY, Tenn. -- An afternoon crash caused delays on Interstate 40 Monday. The crash involving two semis…
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Simmons Shoe Store closing in Humboldt
HUMBOLDT, Tenn. – After serving the local community and many others for over a century, Simmons Shoe Store, a beloved fixture of Humboldt, announced its closure. According to store owner…
Soybean Festival set for Sept. 2-9 in Martin
MARTIN, Tenn. – This year’s Tennessee Soybean Festival is set for September 2 through September 9 in Martin. The music headliners for this year's festival will be “Cheap Trick” on September…
Governor, first lady make a stop at Jackson non-profit
JACKSON, Tenn. – A local non-profit was a received a visit from Gov. Bill Lee and first lady Maria Lee on Monday. The pair had the opportunity to tour the…
Local library gives details on upcoming events, programs
CHESTER COUNTY, Tenn. -- A local library shared details on upcoming events and programs. The Chester County Library is getting ready for fall with a few upcoming events. Their annual…
Authorities identify husband as killer in 'Lady of the Dunes' cold case
(AP) -- Authorities in Massachusetts have concluded a woman whose mutilated body was discovered on Cape Cod nearly 50 years ago was killed by her husband. The announcement by the Cape and Islands District Attorney Robert Galibois on Monday brings…
Florida braces for the arrival of Idalia, which is forecast to become a major hurricane
MIAMI (AP) — The National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Idalia is intensifying and expected to become a major hurricane before it reaches Florida's Gulf Coast. The National Hurricane Center issued a hurricane warning Monday from Longboat Key in the…
Hawaii power utility takes responsibility for first fire on Maui, but faults county firefighters
HONOLULU (AP) — Hawaii’s electric utility acknowledged Sunday night its power lines started a wildfire on Maui but faulted county firefighters for declaring the blaze contained and leaving the scene, only to have a second wildfire break out nearby and…
Six new teachers join FHU faculty
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Six new teachers will join the Freed-Hardeman University faculty this fall, according to Dr. C.J. Vires, vice president for academics and provost at FHU. According to a press release, the new members of the faculty are:…
Juvenile runaway from Humboldt arrested for unlawful weapon possession
DYERSBURG, Tenn. -- Authorities have arrested a juvenile in West Tennessee for unlawful weapon possession. According to the Dyersburg Police Department, around 5 p.m. on Sunday, police responded to Perry Vincent Apartments…
March 4 trial date set for Trump in federal case charging him with plotting to overturn election
WASHINGTON (AP) — A judge has set a March 4 trial date for Donald Trump in the federal case in Washington charging the former president with trying to overturn the results of the 2020 election. FILE - Former…
Auditions held for upcoming 'Dreamcoat' production in Jackson
JACKSON, Tenn. -- Auditions were held for a new musical in the Hub City. "Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" will debut at The Ned on November 16-19. This play will…
Lane closures on interstates, state highways to halt for Labor Day weekend
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Tennessee Department of Transportation announces lane closure activity on interstates and state highways will be halted for the Labor Day weekend. Beginning at noon on Friday, September 1, construction crews will stop all lane closures along…
Remembering former TN Gov. Don Sundquist
MEMPHIS, Tenn.---A former Tennessee governor passes away leaving behind a legacy to remember. Don Sundquist, former Congressman and two-term Republican Governor of Tennessee from 1995-2003, passed away on Sunday at the age of 87. Sundquist, who led the state…
Hope Center gears up for its annual fundraiser
JACKSON, Tenn.---A faith based organization will be holding a special sale on Saturday. The Hope Recovery Center, a faith based organization dedicated to helping men and women overcome addiction, is gearing…
